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It's that time of year again! As the temperatures heat up summer thunderstorms follow. In the Mid-Atlantic, and most of the country, summer thunderstorms are common occurrences. These storms usually produce a larger amount of rain in a short period of time. This can lead to devastating erosion, not only in the natural world, but also on job sites. These storms can seem to come out of nowhere with little to no warning. What is the best way to protect your job site during the summer months? Of course, having adequate erosion control BMPs on-site to deploy at a moments notice is helpful, but not all erosion controls are equal. If you are using a hydraulic ...

The MAC IECA Field Day held recently was a resounding success, drawing in over 100 attendees to expand their knowledge and expertise in stormwater management. Held on a beautiful spring day in Gaithersburg, Maryland, the event provided a valuable opportunity for professionals to learn from industry experts and engage in hands-on demonstrations. Attendees arrived ready to immerse themselves in a day filled with insightful discussions and practical learning experiences. From seasoned veterans to newcomers in the field, the diversity of participants contributed to rich and dynamic conversations throughout the day. The highlight of the event was undoubtedly ...

IN THIS ISSUE President’s Message 30th Annual MAC IECA Annual Conference & Expo A Lookback on 30 Years of the MAC 5th Annual "The Masters " Golf Tournament Welcome Reception at LB SkyBar Update: MDE 20CP General Permit MAC IECA Student Scholarship President's Message Cheers! I hope this Summer finds you and your family as healthy and as happy as can be! Can you believe that the MAC-IECA has been around for over 30 years? Crazy, right? Please reach out to Charlie, John, Robert, Dave & others to ask them about their stories from the early stages of getting this ...

Ms. Kimberly Edelman is the newly-elected Secretary for the MAC Board (PA-Representative). Ms. Edelman obtained a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Resource Management and a Minor in Wildlife and Fisheries Science from The Pennsylvania State University in 2002. She is also a Professional Wetland Scientist and a Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control. Ms. Edelman has always enjoyed science and the outdoors, no doubt the primary driver that led to her career in the environmental consulting field. Ms. Edelman is currently a Senior Project Manager at The ELM Group, Inc. (ELM), responsible for managing and conducting environmental field assessments ...

Logan Rockwell is a recent graduate of Penn State Harrisburg with a degree in Civil Engineering focusing on land development and environmental sustainability. While studying at Penn State Harrisburg, he researched and tested erosion controls on small scale construction sites under the guidance of Dr. Shirley Clark (CE Program Chair) and completed many courses in hydrology, structural analysis, hydraulic design, and AutoCAD Civil 3D drafting. He finished his academic career with Magna Cum Laude honors and a cumulative 3.97 GPA. He is currently an Engineer in Training, with completion of the FE Civil Exam and is excited to pursue his professional license. ...

My name is Dan Fisk, and I am a MAC IECA Board Member. I am the Past President of the MAC IECA and I enjoy helping shape the great work that the Mid-Atlantic Chapter accomplishes. I’ve been a member and involved with the IECA since 2006 while I was first working toward CPESC and CESSWI certifications. I grew up in the Finger Lakes area of Upstate NY, and spent most of my summers on the St. Lawrence River in the 1000 Islands region near the US/Cananda border. I attended SUNY Cobleskill where I received a bachelor's degree in Wildlife Management. Immediately following graduation, I moved south to Northern Virginia and began working for Wetland Studies and Solutions, ...